Certified Surgical Tech - Endo - Call
Pittsfield-MA-01201-United States
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DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
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An Endoscopy Certified Technologist is a paraprofessional qualified by a didactic and clinical training to provide services during endoscopy procedures under the supervision and responsibility of the Endoscopy Director and RN circulatory nurses or his/her designee. As part of the Endoscopy team, he/she is responsible for the technical aspects of the patient`s Endoscopy intervention. The technologist and Circulating Nurse work as a team as the endoscopy patient`s advocate.
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POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
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Experience:
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Knowledge and application of surgical aseptic technique required.
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Education and Training:
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Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technologist program
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License, Certification & Registration:
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Certification in Basic Life Support required.
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CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
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Other Requirements:
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Ability to anticipate and meet the needs of the Endoscopy Team required.
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Ability to meet the needs of the patients for safety, comfort, and reassurance required.
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Rotation on-call system participation required.
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Must be willing to cross-train to Crane Center & North County Endoscopy.
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Must be willing to function in other capacities needed for the department.
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Capable of rapid and accurate movements of body and hands in response to visual and audio stimuli.
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Able to perform a variety of duties in the Endoscopy Unit under supervision of the Registered Nurse and handle a variety of equipment.
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